Application Engineer

1 month ago


England, UK, United Kingdom Orbital People Ltd Full time

SOFTWARE APPLICATIONS ENGINEERS - All Levels of Experience Considered

COVENTRY, NORWICH, EXETER, PAISLEY


What you will be doing:

An opportunity has arisen for several Software Applications Engineers to join my client.

The main purpose of the role is to design, construct and test PLC, HMI and / or SCADA software and to produce associated documentation (such as Functional Design Specifications and Test Plans) that fully complies with Standards and contractual requirements.


  • Understand and interpret the functional / control / system requirements of the project / requirement.
  • From 1) and where applicable, to design documents including I/O lists, FDS, SDS, test documents, etc.
  • From 2) to programme PLCs and HMI’s (including but not limited to Allen Bradley, Siemens and Mitsubishi) and where applicable, to configure SCADA systems (namely Wonderware, Rockwell and Siemens). Note: Training will be given where necessary.
  • Deliver assigned projects on-time and to cost (in accordance with Standards and contractual requirements).
  • Continually demonstrate expert knowledge of computer / PLC logic and flow-charting.
  • Understand low voltage electrical systems and drawings.
  • Attend customer’s sites whenever required always upholding the Company’s Culture and Values.
  • Where necessary, to review and repair legacy code.
  • Conduct system analysis and development, sometimes with limited support from other personnel and to keep systems current with changing technologies and methodologies.
  • Test and proof programs to ensure that functionality, logic and syntax is correct / in accordance with the FDS and Test Plan.
  • Document code consistently and in all software so that it can be fully understood by other individuals (internally and externally) and that it fully complies with Standards / expectations / best practice.
  • Possess strong and effective inter-personal and communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group of clients and personnel.
  • When necessary, to undertake specific scalability and portability analysis.
  • Help with the development and harmonisation of the Company’s processes and Knowledge-based systems.


About You:

  • Excellent IT skills – including, but not limited to, Word Processing, Spreadsheets and Databases.
  • Knowledge of SCADA systems and logic auto-generation (from templates).
  • Mechanical skills and understanding.
  • Knowledge of electrical systems.
  • Previous professional experience writing PLC code within a customer-based or customer focused environment.
  • Solid report writing skills, including FDS and Test Plans.
  • Commercial awareness.
  • Health and Safety awareness.
  • Experience within Industry - especially Automotive, Food and Beverage and / or Water and Waste industries.



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